Chapter 609: In the Depths of the Forest

"There is something wrong with this forest. It does not seem to target everyone who enters but it seems to specialize in targeting beasts." Xue Wei looked at Hei Gou, only to see that the depressive aura that had surrounded him was slowly dissipating as they were retreating further and further from the front of the battle.

"For now, we don't have any need to know why the beasts have lost their souls and their bodies have become puppets that attack, our only aim is to leave this cursed forest as soon as possible."

Once again, Xue Wei decided to put emphasis on their purpose. Since entering No Man's Land, they had come across many things that could not be explained with logic, and that they needed to truly spend more time trying to examine if they wanted answers.

No Man's Land had existed for many years, and while it was dangerous and known to bring peril to any that entered, it had never brought danger to the rest of the world. Thus, Xue Wei felt no obligation to try and solve the problems in this place for the greater good.

In fact, right now, he had a hard time to ensure his own survival, so how would it be possible for him to spend time trying to solve these mysteries that would not benefit him in the long run?

Bai Tianyi, Luoluo, Ling Xiao, and Hei Gou were all brought back to reality by Xue Wei. They had, indeed, been lured into the mysteries of this strange forest once more, but to them, it did not matter what had caused the fate of these beasts. As soon as they left this area, they were not likely to return again in the future. Since it brought them no danger, they also did not need to dwell on these confusing things.

One had to be aware that to save the world, they had to be alive first. Why would they get involved in more dangerous mysteries when they were already deeply entwined by some unknown enemy that was lurking in the darkness.

"I will provide ranged support. I still have quite a few inscriptions in my storage treasures, so do not worry. Charge ahead while I will cover your backs." Hei Gou had to retreat, but he was not willing to become useless during the battle.

The others all smiled as they nodded, and their attack turned fiercer than before.

While they were busy fighting, their full focus was on the situation in front of them, however deep within the dark and gloomy forest two figures were present.

Unlike the grime and disgusting mud that was present elsewhere, this small area had turned into a beautiful clearing, with expensive spiritual jade having been placed on the ground alongside furniture made from ancient magnolia.

Even the light came from priceless luminous pearls, and the gloomy aura could not penetrate into the center.

"I see that everything is going according to your expectations." The one who spoke was the only one of the figures who was seated. His posture was rigid and solemn, and it contained immense nobility. Anyone would be scared off by looking at such a figure, as his aura was simply too holy.

"I have to thank you, Milord, for assisting me with my search for vengeance."

The second figure was a mature man. He was above and beyond the age of a young man, but still did not look so old that one could consider him middle-aged.

Although he also possessed an outstanding aura and seemed very powerful, he was still lacking when compared to the other male.

"I have provided you with a chance for revenge, but you were the one who made it possible. You have been planning for more than ten thousand years, but even so, many things are different than before.

"However, you have to beware of your greed. I understand your need for revenge, and the urge to ensure that the future you witnessed never becomes reality; however, your decision of toying with these mortals is questionable.

"You are doing your best to activate the young man's full bloodline and then use it to break through, but have you ever considered that doing this might even cause your many years of hard work to fail?

"Upon the birth of this young man, you should have killed him immediately to gain your revenge, and then used your own abilities to progress. Your current choice of raising him for slaughter is a double-edged sword.

"While I was willing to help you seek out vengeance, I am not willing to clean up any mess you might cause. If, one day, Lan She realizes that you have been behind the scenes the entire time, then I will not protect you.

"I have used my abilities to shield you from his vision for now, but everything will resurface one day. I am not willing to become the enemy of Lan She and his family for the sake of protecting you.

"Although your connection to the Heavenly Dao of Fate is great, it does not change the fact that your value is only so high. You are not able to fully utilize this Dao just yet, and if I were to become enemies of Hui Yue and Lan Feng's families, then I will lose out much more than I can gain."

The other man dared not voice his complaints against this person, as he knew that he was currently depending on his goodwill to reel in the net and complete the revenge he had been planning for more than ten thousand years.

Even so, he could not help but feel indignant.

"Milord, I understand your worries. This young man is indeed talented, but he is also blindly arrogant and confident. I am aware that by letting him grow, I will endanger myself, but I also have great trust in my own abilities, and I am convinced that I will succeed."

"I see. In that case, you can continue to move forward in accordance with your own beliefs. Just remember, I am not going to help you if anything goes wrong. Your memories of this young man are, after all, influenced by a life that never seems to have existed, yet."